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The newest exhibit in MIM’s Artist Gallery reveals the musical origins of one of the world’s most famous and influential superstars: Madonna.
See the electric guitar and portable amplifier Madonna played during her earliest public performances on the sidewalks of Manhattan, the drum set she played in concert at New York City’s famous CBGB club, and the acoustic guitar she used to write and record her very first song, “Tell the Truth.”

“MIM’s exhibit illustrates the true launchpad for Madonna—one of the most successful musical artists in history,” says senior curator Rich Walter.

Visit the Artist Gallery to see the new Madonna exhibit!

Mark Your Calendar! Exciting Signature Events This Spring
Celebrate the world’s music and cultures with engaging performances and activities

MIM’s Signature Events bring the museum’s galleries to life through fun, family-friendly activities. Enjoy live music and dance performances, instrument demonstrations and music-making workshops, curator talks, crafts, and much more!

All activities are included with museum admission and free for members.

Join us for these Signature Events this spring:
March 15 & 16: Experience Ireland
April 4, 5 & 6: Celebrate MIM’s 15th Anniversary!
May 17 & 18: Experience Cuba

Concert Tickets now on sale
Jazz
Benny Benack III Quartet
Sun., April 13 | 7:00 p.m.
$33.50–$44.50
A rising star jazz trumpeter and singer.

Americana and Folk
Live from Laurel Canyon
Fri., April 18 | 6:30 & 8:30 p.m.
$38.50–$54.50
The best songs and stories from the Laurel Canyon folk rock scene.

I Am AZ Music® Arizona MusicFest
Young Musicians Spring Concert
Sat., April 19 | 1:00 p.m.
$28.50
A concert featuring some of the best young classical musicians in Arizona.
Jazz
The Anderson Brothers Play Irving Berlin
Sat., April 19 | 7:30 p.m.
$38.50–$49.50
Tribute to an iconic American composer.

Jazz
Joey Alexander
Mon., April 21 | 7:00 p.m.
$44.50–$54.50
A child prodigy who has developed into one of jazz’s leading piano talents.

Guitar
Giacomo Turra
Tue., April 22 | 7:00 p.m.
$49.50–$59.50
A virtuosic and melodic Italian multi-instrumentalist.

Country
An Evening with Crystal Gayle
Sun., April 27 | 7:00 p.m.
$80.50–$95.50
Renowned American singer, crossover in country and pop.

Americana and Folk
Parker Millsap
Tue., April 29 | 7:00 p.m.
$33.50–$38.50
Americana singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist.

Americana and Folk
Willy Porter
Wed., April 30 | 7:00 p.m.
$33.50–$44.50
Rootsy vocals and classic acoustic picking with muscle, grit, and a modern edge.

For more concert dates and information, visit mim.org.